Competency Interview Questions


What is Competency?

Competency in simple terms can be described as an individual's ability to show their knowledge, skills and attributes at work. Examples of Key Competencies that the interviewer asks are: Teamwork, Responsibility, Decision making, Communication, Leadership, Commitment to career, Commercial awareness and Career motivation.

 

Interviewers ask questions describing a situation or task, questions can be from past experiences like 'give an example of when you have led a team?' , 'give an example of when you have overcome a problem at work?' , 'Tell me about a time when you failed to complete a task or project on time?'. Recruitment professionals believe that the best way to find out about a candidate's potential for future performance is to find out about examples of past performance. The best way to prepare for such competency questions is to refer a number of sample questions and answers or examples which help you understand the type of questions asked, understand the motive behind the question and prepare the best way you can answer for similar questions.

 

We have a large collection of sample questions on 'Competency interview' that are frequently asked in many interviews for your practice.


Q:

When have you had to adapt to change in the workplace?

Answer

Being able to adapt to change in the workplace is an essential skill to possess because change is inevitable. The interviewer would like to know about a time you were required to adapt to change in the workplace. 


Sample answer in my view is to be "In my current management position, it was a lot of change to handle in a short time, especially being unsure of who to report to ahead of others and it took a little while to adjust. The training component of my staff was not easy either. However, in the end, it was worth it to secure such a high profile."

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Which of the following is not a RM principle?

A) Apply the RM process to situations where serious injury might occur B) Accept no unnecessary risk
C) Integrate RM into all phases of missions and activities D) Make risk decisions at the appropriate level
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Apply the RM process to situations where serious injury might occur

Explanation:

Apply the RM process to situations where serious injury might occur is not a RM (Risk Management) principle.

 

Risk Management :: A decision-making process for managing day-to-day schedules when there are conflicts.

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Filed Under: Conflict management - Competency Interview
Exam Prep: Bank Exams , CAT
Job Role: Analyst , Bank Clerk

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Off-duty risk decisions are

A) Dictated by the Department of the Army B) The responsibility of individual Soldiers
C) Made by leaders and commanders D) Not a consideration
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) The responsibility of individual Soldiers

Explanation:

Risk Management :

A decision-making process for identifying hazards and controlling risks both on-duty and off-duty is called a Risk Management (RM).

 

Hence, Off-duty risk decisions are the responsibility of individual Soldiers.

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Q:

Why should I hire you?

Answer

This is a very Common Interview Questions in all interview we all face.


 


Purpose of this question ::


When an interviewer asks you, "Why should we hire you?" she is really asking, "What makes you the best fit for this position?" 


 


How To Approach the Answer ::


 


Here you can find the Simple and Best Answer for "Why should we hire you?"


 


1. Keep It Concise


 


You want your answer to be brief - no more than a minute or two long.


 



2. Focus on Your Uniqueness


 


The interviewer wants to know how you stand out among the other applicants.


 


Therefore, focus on one or two qualities you possess that are different from what other interviewees might offer, or are more difficult to find in candidates generally.


 


3. Mention Any Experience You Have ::


 


The primary focus of your answer should be to match your qualifications, certifications, experience and skills with their job needs. Mention key strengths and give examples that connect with the company and the job requirements.


 


For Example ::


 


" I think and believe that my experience and familiarity with the industry and my ability to work autonomously make me best suitable for this position."

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Q:

Why do you want to work in the service line to which you have applied ?

Answer

The interviewer is looking for similar things whether asking about company or position. The interviewer wants to :


- Learn about your career goals and how this position fits into your plan.


- Make sure that you are sincerely interested in the job and will be motivated to perform if hired.


- Find out what you know about the company, industry, position.


- Understand your priorities and preferences.

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Q:

What is your ideal working environment ?

Answer

The interviewer is attempting to assess how closely your ideal fits with the reality of their organisation. A positive work environment makes employees feel good about coming to work, and this provides the motivation to sustain them throughout the day. When you can find the ideal working environment that best suits your work ethics and personality, you will become more productive and lead a fulfilling life.


- Before answering, take into account how their company is structured in terms of work days, formality, small start-up verses large corporation, etc.
- Focus on wanting an environment that allows for the use and growth of your established skills and qualities.
- Highlight your desire to work in a team-oriented workplace.
- Talk about your work-style and that it blends in well with the company’s vision.

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Subject: Adaptability - Competency Interview Exam Prep: GRE , GATE , CAT , Bank Exams
Job Role: Bank PO , Bank Clerk

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Q:

Would you lie for the company ?

Answer

This is one of the trickiest questions in the world of interviewing, as it pits two morals against each other − Loyalty verses Honesty.


In such cases, try to give an answer that’s as diplomatic as possible, like − I will never do anything that could cast a shadow on the company’s image and reputation. I will always consult with my seniors before taking a decision, so that they can guide me with their expertise and level of experience.

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Q:

What are three positive characteristics you wish you had ?

Answer

To answer this question, focus on honesty and positivity in order to show that you have both self-confidence and humility. Show the interviewer that you understand that there are different types of people and personalities and that all are valuable in their own way. Choose traits that are unreachable, such as perfection, and then emphasize your well-rounded personality and ability to learn from mistakes.

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